1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1392 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1971 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1971 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Innocenti | Land Rover |
Model | Mini | Discovery |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2550 mm |