2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 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 Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Punto | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
