2009 Honda Fit vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 831 kg more than 1965 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Fit | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2050 mm |
