1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 929 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 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
