1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 33 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 956 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |
