1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 776 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 209 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 | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
