1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 362 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1968 Opel Rekord 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
