1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | IM 3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
