1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2580 mm |