2003 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 500 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 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Focus | Mini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
