1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mini MK VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mini MK VI would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Laputa | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
