1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 34 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 760 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2570 mm |
