1961 Mini MK I vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 655 kg more than 1961 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Crown 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 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Mini MK I, 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mini MK I | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK I | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
