1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
