1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 29 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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. 2007 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
Model | Mini | Ascender |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |