1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 929 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |