1996 Mazda Midge vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 223 kg more than 1996 Mazda Midge. 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 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Midge | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Midge | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
