1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 865 kg more than 1973 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti Mini | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
| Model | Mini | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2580 mm |
