1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 36 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 410 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 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 | 645 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
