1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 460 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
