1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
