1983 Mini MK IV vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Mini MK IV is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK IV | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK IV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
