1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 24 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 130 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Fusca |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |