1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 868 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.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mini | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2820 mm |
