1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 12 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 318 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Citi |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
