1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2430 mm |
