2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | Mini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
