1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1275 kg |