1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 706 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2803 mm |
