1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 16 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 350 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | Mini | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2870 mm |
