2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Palio | Mini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
