1991 Mazda 121 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 660 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 121 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
