1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
