1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
