1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1981 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1981 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | S40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
