1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 755 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | Mini | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
