1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 395 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 121 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |