1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 674 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2680 mm |
