1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1970 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Skoda 440 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 1959 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | Mini | 440 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
