1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Innocenti Mini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 843 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
Model | Mini | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |