1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1035 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.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mini | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2900 mm |
