1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 248 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Ritmo | Mini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2050 mm |
