1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Echo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
