1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 39 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
