2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 104 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |