1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Beta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |
