1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 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 1963 Innocenti 950. 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 (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | 950 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
