2005 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
