1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 374 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3240 mm |
