1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zephyr 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 1965 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Zephyr | Mini |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
