1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 40 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), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 870 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Innocenti | Cadillac |
| Model | Mini | BLS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2680 mm |
