1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
