1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Because 1975 Mazda 1000 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 1975 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper, 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 1000 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 1000 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |