1981 Mini MK IV vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1981 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mini MK IV | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | MK IV | 6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2789 mm |