1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Elise weights approximately 222 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 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | Mini | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2299 mm |