1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mini Countryman | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Countryman | 3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2639 mm |