1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1577 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Touareg |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2855 mm |