1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Innocenti | Kia |
Model | Mini | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2639 mm |