1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 780 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 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2630 mm |
