1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 24 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 668 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Picnic |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |