1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
