1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 793 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Innocenti | Plymouth |
Model | Mini | Volare |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |