1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 30 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 620 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2600 mm |
