1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 690 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 250 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
