1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Familia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
