1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990. 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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | 990 | One |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
