1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 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 1,930 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 550 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.
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, 1995 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 186 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
