1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 466 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, 2007 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Innocenti | Dacia |
| Model | Mini | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
