1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 455 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mini | 146 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.2 mm |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
