1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 735 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
