1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 28 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota iQ weights approximately 140 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | iQ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 32 L |
