1999 Honda Life vs. 1976 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1976 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1976 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | Life | Mini |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 69 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 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2050 mm |