1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1962 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 1962 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |
