1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 621 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | AZ-1 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2596 mm |
