1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 405 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
