1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Corona | Cooper |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |