1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Galant |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
