1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1974 Innocenti Mini and 1974 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 908 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2870 mm |
