1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 37 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1142 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 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | Mini | Milan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
