1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Vauxhall Royale
To start off, both 1978 Innocenti Mini and 1978 Vauxhall Royale were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Vauxhall Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Vauxhall Royale weights approximately 648 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Royale 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 1978 Vauxhall Royale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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. 1978 Vauxhall Royale has automatic transmission and 1978 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1978 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Vauxhall Royale will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Vauxhall Royale | |
Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
Model | Mini | Royale |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |