2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |