1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 821 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
