1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 61 kg more than 1977 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
