1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | Mini | GTO |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2850 mm |
