1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Moretti SS (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Moretti SS should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti SS weights approximately 70 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 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1969 Moretti SS (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Moretti SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Innocenti | Moretti |
| Model | Mini | SS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
