1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 28 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 609 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 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
| Model | Mini | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
