1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Paseo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2390 mm |