1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1977 Innocenti Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 337 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Innocenti Mini | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | Mini | Riva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2420 mm |
