1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 1976 Mini MK III | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 626 | MK III |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |