1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 28 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1587 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Touran |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
