1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1210 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | Mini | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2950 mm |