1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 617 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |