1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
