1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 505 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.
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, 1998 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | Mini | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2510 mm |
