1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 748 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
