1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA and 1970 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1970 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
Model | GTA | Mini |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2150 mm |