1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 303 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 Proton Juara 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 Proton Juara. 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 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Innocenti | Proton |
| Model | Mini | Juara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2400 mm |
