2001 Mini One vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 70 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, 2001 Mini One, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mini One | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | One | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |