1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 18 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1970 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
