1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 25 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1150 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 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2290 mm |
