2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 978 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | CR-V | Mini |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
