1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | Cooper |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |