1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 835 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 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | Mini | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2670 mm |
