1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti Mini | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |