2001 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 260 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.
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 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Fit | Mini |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
