1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Innocenti Mini | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | Mini | Carina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
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 | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |