1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini. 2005 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1976 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1976 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | Mini | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
