1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 345 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, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Parati |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
