1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 Morris Minor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 165 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 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
