1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 462 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 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mini Countryman | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Countryman | Celica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |