1970 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini

To start off, both 1970 Audi Variant and 1970 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Variant 1970 Innocenti Mini
Make Audi Innocenti
Model Variant Mini
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2150 mm


 

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