1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 356 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Innocenti | Renault |
Model | Mini | 5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |