1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti A40S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti A40S weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1965 Innocenti A40S 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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, 1965 Innocenti A40S (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti A40S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Innocenti Mini | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
Model | Mini | A40S |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2220 mm |