1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 626 | Countryman |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |