1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Innocenti Mille (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Innocenti Mille | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mille | Mini |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2150 mm |
