1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1320 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini | Montero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
