2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini

To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 29 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 970 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.

Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.

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2003 Holden Frontera 1974 Innocenti Mini
Make Holden Innocenti
Model Frontera Mini
Year Released 2003 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3130 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2050 mm