1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 590 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
