1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 795 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
