1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 940 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 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lincoln |
| Model | Mini | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2760 mm |
