1975 Mini MK III vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Mini MK III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mini MK III | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | MK III | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |