1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
