1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 41 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 438 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2670 mm |
