1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Opel Kadett weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett 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 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Innocenti | Opel |
Model | Mini | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2330 mm |