1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 26 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 270 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 106 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
