1973 Mini MK III vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1973 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1973 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK III | Venza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2776 mm |
