1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | Mini | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |
