1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 37 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 537 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, 2006 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | Mini | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
