1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1968 Ford Corsair is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Corsair | Mini |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2050 mm |