1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 905 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2760 mm |
