1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1970 Isuzu 117 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 420 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 1970 Isuzu 117 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 1970 Isuzu 117. 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, 1970 Isuzu 117 (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
| Model | Mini | 117 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
