1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1861 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
