2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
