1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti Mini | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | Mini | Flavia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |