1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Corolla | Cooper |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |