1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 30 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 840 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini. 1999 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 607 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
