2009 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 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 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Focus | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
