1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, both 1967 Innocenti Mini and 1967 Monteverdi 375 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 940 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 1967 Monteverdi 375 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 Monteverdi 375. 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 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mini | 375 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 130 L |
