1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Kadett (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Kadett weights approximately 100 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 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
