1974 Mini MK III vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1974 Mini MK III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Sport 800 (48 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mini MK III weights approximately 29 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mini MK III, 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, 1965 Toyota Sport 800 (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Sport 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mini MK III | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | MK III | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |