1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 954 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | V70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
