1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 143 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2110 mm |
