1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 955 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
| Model | Mini | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
