2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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 (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Starlet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |