1968 Mini MK II vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini MK II, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini MK II | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK II | Corona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
