1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1975 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1975 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
