2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 43 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 1,120 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 485 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Hyundai | Innocenti |
| Model | i10 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
