1996 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | Mini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
