1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2640 mm |
