1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini 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. Both 1981 Innocenti Mini and 1980 Innocenti Mini are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 48 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1980 Innocenti Mini (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | Mini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
