1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 31 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1035 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mini | 159 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
