1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 11 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 305 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2750 mm |
