1985 Mazda 121 vs. 1987 Mini MK V
To start off, 1987 Mini MK V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 121 (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 121 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Mini MK V. 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, 1985 Mazda 121 (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 121 | 1987 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 121 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1138 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
