1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | Mini | C70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
