1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 696 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Crown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2700 mm |
