1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
