1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 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, 1982 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2560 mm |
