1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 888 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | Mini | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
