1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 585 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mini | 146 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
