1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna 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.
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, 1996 Renault Laguna (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
