2003 Mini One vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown. 1978 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | One | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
