1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Innocenti | Opel |
Model | Mini | Insignia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2737 mm |