1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Elise weights approximately 90 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 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | Mini | Elise |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |