1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 230 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 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | Mini | Exige |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2310 mm |
