1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 290 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 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Innocenti Mini | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | Mini | Eclat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2440 mm |