1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 672 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | Mini | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
