1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2410 mm |