1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1010 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 1965 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Innocenti Mini | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
Model | Mini | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2760 mm |