1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 15 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 426 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.
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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | Mini | 414i |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
