1971 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 470 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Century | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Century | Cooper |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2467 mm |