1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1969 Austin Maxi and 1969 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin Maxi (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Maxi | Mini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
