1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1967 Mini MK II
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 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 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II, 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1967 Mini MK II | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 818 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2040 mm |
