1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 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 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Festiva | Mini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2150 mm |
