1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mini MK VII is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
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, 1998 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 323 | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
