2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | MiTo | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
