1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1970 Triumph Toledo 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 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
