1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 36 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1206 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Innocenti | SsangYong |
| Model | Mini | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
