1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Celica | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
