1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1971 Mini MK III
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Laputa | 1971 Mini MK III | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Laputa | MK III |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |