1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Taft | Mini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
