1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Innocenti |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Mini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |
