1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 740 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Innocenti Mini | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | Mini | C30 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |