1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 365 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2490 mm |
