1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 31 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 591 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Innocenti | Hyundai |
Model | Mini | i30 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |