1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 6 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 305 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, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | 15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2440 mm |
