1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 1977 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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, 1977 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2380 mm |
