1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti Mini | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
Model | Mini | 205 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |