1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
