1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Innocenti | Rover |
Model | Mini | 200 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |