1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1394 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 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
Model | Mini | Cougar |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2910 mm |