1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 42 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 1004 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Innocenti Mini | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Innocenti | Infiniti |
Model | Mini | IPL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2850 mm |