1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 502 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |