1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1961 Mini MK I
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1961 Mini MK I | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | MK I |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |