1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 8 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 1982 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
