1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1352 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Innocenti | Land Rover |
| Model | Mini | Defender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2800 mm |
