1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mazda 323 | 2005 Mini One | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | One |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |