1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 26 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 560 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
