1969 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1969 Ford Capri 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 399 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.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Capri | Mini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
