1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1970 Renault 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 10 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. 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, 1970 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | 10 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
