1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 845 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Innocenti Mini | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Innocenti | Riley |
Model | Mini | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |