1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1967 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 1 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2150 mm |
