1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Triumph 1500 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 1971 Triumph 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1971 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2460 mm |
