1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1961 Innocenti 950 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 1961 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1961 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | 950 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2040 mm |
