1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 500 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | Mini | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2467 mm |
