1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 389 kg more than 1981 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Plymouth |
| Model | Mini | Neon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
