2.53 GHz Mini versus older 2.16 GHz Intel iMac

So here's the deal. My Intel Core Duo iMac 2.16 GHz with 3 MB memory has a fried logic board and hard drive. I am on a tight budget and have been looking at the 2.53 GHz Mini with 4 MB memory to replace the iMac. I am a graphic designer and mostly use Adobe CS3 and CS4. I am not a gamer nor do I edit videos on my Mac. The most complex things I do is use Photoshop to edit high-res photographs preparing them for publication. Sometimes this involves multiple layers and applied effects and filters. I also use a Wacom tablet and pen and wouldn't want to see any performance issues when drawing vector art with the Mini.
My question is this: Given that the Mini uses a slower 5200 rpm HD versus the 7600 rpm HD on the iMac, will I notice a significant decrease of performance for my use as described above? I was hoping that even though the HD is slower on the Mini, the processor is faster and I will have more memory so maybe it will even out?
Anyone out there use a Mini for print graphic design?
Thanks in advance!

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