1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
