1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Corolla | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
