1966 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Morris Mini Moke 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Morris Toyota
Model Mini Moke Corona
Year Released 1966 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 848 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 3050 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L