1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 30 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1966 Innocenti Mini (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Gol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
