1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Minor weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1963 Morris Minor 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Innocenti | Morris |
| Model | Mini | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2190 mm |
