1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 628 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
