1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 730 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 1994 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |
