1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1982 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Mini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 606 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1982 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Holden | Innocenti |
| Model | Belmont | Mini |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2050 mm |
