1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 970 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.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | V70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
