1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 852 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
