1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
| Model | Mini | CJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2060 mm |
