1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1976 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1976 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1976 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Cinquecento | Mini |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2050 mm |
