1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1980 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.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will offer significantly more control. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mahindra |
| Model | Mini | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
