2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2485 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Excursion | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Excursion | Mini |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2050 mm |