1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 684 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | Mini | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
