1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 12 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. Both 1966 Innocenti Mini and 1978 Innocenti Mini are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 86 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1966 Innocenti Mini (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | Mini |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
