1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1964 Mini MK I

To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 172 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 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini MK I, 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 1964 Mini MK I
Make Mazda Mini
Model Familia MK I
Year Released 1968 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 618 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 3060 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2040 mm


 

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