1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,615 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mazda 121 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 1977 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1977 Mazda 121 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 121 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |