1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1970 Innocenti Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1967 Skoda Octavia 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1967 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | Mini | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2400 mm |
