1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 615 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini | Bora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |