1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 34 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 525 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 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2260 mm |
