1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 157 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 1966 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 22 L |
