1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 600 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 148 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 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
