1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1235 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, 2009 Lancia Thesis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Lancia Thesis 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. 2009 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | Mini | Thesis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2810 mm |