1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 890 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
