1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 31 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 440 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Innocenti | Mini |
Model | Mini | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |