1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2860 mm |
