1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 380 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 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
