1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 725 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 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | Mini | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2530 mm |
