1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Mini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |