1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 605 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2810 mm |
