1960 Mini MK I vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1960 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mini MK I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mini MK I | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK I | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
