1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 87 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
