1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 620 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 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
