1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1965 Mini MK I
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 455 kg more than 1965 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini MK I, 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini MK I. 1979 Mazda Montrose has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1965 Mini MK I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mazda Montrose will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 1965 Mini MK I | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Montrose | MK I |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |