1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 542 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 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
