1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 916 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1949 Morris Minor 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Innocenti | Morris |
Model | Mini | Minor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2190 mm |