1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 29 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 517 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Innocenti | Honda |
Model | Mini | Insight |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |