1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Starlet | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Starlet | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2547 mm |
