1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 270 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
