1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mini MK VII is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mini MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
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, 1998 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 121 | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | MK VII |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |