1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Innocenti Mini | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |