1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 675 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.
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 Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Jetta |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |