1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Mini MK VI

To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 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, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Familia 1996 Mini MK VI
Make Mazda Mini
Model Familia MK VI
Year Released 1975 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1271 cc 998 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 41 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 620 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3060 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2040 mm


 

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