1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Laputa | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
