1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 765 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
