2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
