1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 397 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 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
