1994 Mazda 121 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 121 | 2003 Mini One | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | One |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |