1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1979 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
