1992 Mazda 121 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda 121 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |