1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1044 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | Mini | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2880 mm |
