1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1997 Mini MK VII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 929 | MK VII |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |