2008 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini. 2008 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1975 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1975 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escape | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2150 mm |
