1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Avensis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2860 mm |