2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1977 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1977 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Ducato | Mini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
