1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 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. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 30 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, 1978 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Renault |
Model | Mini | 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |