2006 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 2226 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1968 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Focus | Mini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
