1970 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 384 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3250 mm |
