2005 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | S4 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
