2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 816 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Dakota | Mini |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2050 mm |
