1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | Mini | Europa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
