1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 13 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
