1964 Mini MK I vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 498 kg more than 1964 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini MK I, 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 Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini MK I | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK I | Celica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 618 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
