1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2290 mm |
