1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Audi |
Model | Mini | A4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |