1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 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 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 60 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Familia | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 847 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2140 mm |
