1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2595 mm |
