1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1971 Triumph 1500 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 1971 Triumph 1500. 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, 1971 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
