2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 866 kg more than 1980 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | FR-V | Mini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
