1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 565 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | Mini | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
