1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 840 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
