1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 499 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1965 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mini Countryman | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Countryman | Corona |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |