1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 522 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 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini. 1996 Porsche 911 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. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | Mini | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
