1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1967 Innocenti Mini and 1967 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Firebird (255 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1030 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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.
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1967 Innocenti Mini | 1967 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | Mini | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 255 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2750 mm |