1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Corona | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Corona | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2547 mm |