2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Idea | Mini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
