1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 900 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | Mini | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2880 mm |
