1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1215 kg |
