2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 134 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | Mille |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
