2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 39 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
