1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Innocenti Mini | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Rover |
Model | Mini | P4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2830 mm |