1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 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 34 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |
