1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
| Model | Mini | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2380 mm |
