2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
