2002 Mini One vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 1977 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini One has manual transmission. 2002 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | One | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
