1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1963 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1963 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mini Countryman | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Countryman | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |