2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 896 kg more than 1970 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1970 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | FR-V | Mini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2150 mm |
