1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Cooper | Corolla |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |