1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-01 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |