1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 32 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 215 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Echo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2590 mm |
