1996 Ford Ka vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 178 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
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 Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Ka | Mini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2050 mm |
