1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini Countryman | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Countryman | 3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |