1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mini MK VII would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mini MK VII (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
