1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 30 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 601 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 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Concept T |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
