1991 Mini MK VI vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Mini MK VI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mini MK VI | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK VI | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
