2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |