1967 Holden HR vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1980 Innocenti Mini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1980 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1980 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Holden | Innocenti |
| Model | HR | Mini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2050 mm |
