1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 34 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1055 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2840 mm |
