1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1180 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Innocenti Mini 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Innocenti Jeep
Model Mini Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1966 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 36 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 56 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 3060 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2700 mm