2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Centieme | Mini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2150 mm |
