1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Innocenti |
| Model | Virage | Mini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
