1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 25 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 880 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 1994 Opel Omega 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 1994 Opel Omega. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |
