1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 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 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 1999 Porsche 911 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. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
