1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1979 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1979 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | 944 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2390 mm |
