1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 344 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |
