1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 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 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 19 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Minica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2060 mm |
