1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 44 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1090 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Innocenti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2630 mm |
