1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1854 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Innocenti | Land Rover |
| Model | Mini | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
