1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
