1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 324 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2510 mm |
