1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car

To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Innocenti Mini 2005 Lincoln Town Car
Make Innocenti Lincoln
Model Mini Town Car
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 239 HP
Torque 65 Nm 389 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1977 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2150 mm 3000 mm


 

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