1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 37 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 640 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 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Innocenti Mini 2009 Toyota Tundra
Make Innocenti Toyota
Model Mini Tundra
Year Released 1972 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2150 mm 3710 mm


 

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