1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. Both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 2004 Mini One are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Mini One. 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 2004 Mini One | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | MX-3 | One |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |