1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 24 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 305 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, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
