1985 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | Mini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
