1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 886 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti Mini (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1967 ZAZ 966 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 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Innocenti | ZAZ |
| Model | Mini | 966 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2170 mm |
