1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 148 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2340 mm |