1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Tempra | Mini |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
