1982 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | Mini | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
