1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1969 Bristol 410 is newer by 4 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 970 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 1969 Bristol 410 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 1969 Bristol 410. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Bristol | Innocenti |
Model | 410 | Mini |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2050 mm |