1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 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 Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
