1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 477 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 1972 Reliant Scimitar 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 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Innocenti | Reliant |
| Model | Mini | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
