1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 23 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | 993 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2280 mm |
