2005 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 819 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escape | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
