1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Rover |
Model | Mini | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2830 mm |