1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 19 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal 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 1994 Maserati Shamal 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
Model | Mini | Shamal |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |