1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 30 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2430 mm |
