1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 58 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Corona | Cooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2466 mm |