1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 547 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Innocenti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mille | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2685 mm |
