1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona 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 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Cooper | Corona |
Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |