2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mini Cooper 1971 Toyota Corolla
Make Mini Toyota
Model Cooper Corolla
Year Released 2007 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 46 L