1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 35 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1625 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
| Model | Mini | Commander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2790 mm |
