2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 34 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 200 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.
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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 500 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |
