1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1005 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 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
