1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1990 Innocenti 990 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 1990 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 990 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
