1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
