2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Ford Expedition 1965 Innocenti Mini
Make Ford Innocenti
Model Expedition Mini
Year Released 2006 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 847 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 630 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3060 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2050 mm