1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Tipo | Mini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2150 mm |
