2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
