1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | 990 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
