1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 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 1976 Porsche 911 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 1976 Porsche 911. 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Innocenti Mini | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
Model | Mini | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |