1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 16 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 830 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 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | 960 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2780 mm |
