1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Celica | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |