1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 846 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | AZ-1 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2140 mm |
