1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | GTI |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2578 mm |
