1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 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, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Mini | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | 18 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
