1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 210 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 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
Model | Mini | Roadster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2500 mm |