1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2290 mm |