1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Consorte | Mini |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2150 mm |
