1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Innocenti Mini | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
