1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 604 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
