1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern 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 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mini | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
