1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is newer by 5 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 548 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
Model | Mini | Ventora |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |