1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 815 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Innocenti Mini | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mini | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |