1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Falcon | Mini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2050 mm |
