1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Innocenti Mini (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
