1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1971 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Innocenti Mini 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Innocenti Toyota
Model Mini Land Cruiser
Year Released 1971 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 847 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2150 mm 2740 mm


 

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