1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 36 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 162 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1957 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 1957 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, 1957 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2190 mm |
