1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | Luce |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
