1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1995 Proton Saloon is newer by 28 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Saloon weights approximately 290 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, 1995 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Proton |
| Model | Mini | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2390 mm |
