1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 110 S | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 110 S | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
