1999 Honda Insight vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Insight weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Insight | Mini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
