1966 Mini MK I vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1967 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 645 kg more than 1966 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini MK I. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mini MK I | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK I | Crown |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
