2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 63 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Seicento | Mini |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2050 mm |
