2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 90 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
