1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 890 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |