1983 Mini MK IV vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK IV | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | MK IV | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
