1995 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 323. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 323 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
