1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 21 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 684 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.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1975 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1975 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mini | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |