1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 600 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
Model | Mini | Carlton |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2680 mm |