1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 465 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. 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 Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 121 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |