1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 763 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Volare 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 1977 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Innocenti | Plymouth |
| Model | Mini | Volare |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2760 mm |
