1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | 990 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
