1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 682 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1971 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1971 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
