2009 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
