1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 395 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | Mini | 440 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |