1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 166 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Cooper | Starlet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |