1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
