1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Seicento | Mini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
