1991 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 323 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |