1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mini Coupe

To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2013 Mini Coupe
Make Toyota Mini
Model Corona Coupe
Year Released 1975 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3734 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2467 mm


 

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