1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
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 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Innocenti | Mini |
Model | Mini | Cooper |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2470 mm |