2002 Mini One vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Mini One. 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mini One | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | One | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |