1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1991 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1991 Mini MK VI is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 616 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1991 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 616 | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
