1996 Honda Today vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Today | Mini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
