1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Innocenti | Mini |
Model | Mini | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |