1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 24 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 834 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.
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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | Mini | 800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2750 mm |
