1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2140 mm |
