1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
