1979 Mini MK IV vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mini MK IV, 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mini MK IV | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK IV | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
