1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 150 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 Triumph Spitfire (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2110 mm |
