1964 Mini MK I vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini MK I would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 192 kg more than 1964 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini MK I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I. 1998 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1964 Mini MK I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini MK I | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | MK I | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 618 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
