2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1971 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | S2000 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2150 mm |
