1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK IX 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 1960 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | Mille | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
