1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 7 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 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1970 Mazda 1000 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 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
