1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 620 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
