1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1960 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1980 Innocenti Mini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Mitsubishi A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Innocenti Mini (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | A10 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2070 mm |
