1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 433 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
