1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2001 Mini One

To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv has automatic transmission and 2001 Mini One has manual transmission. 2001 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda RX-Evolv 2001 Mini One
Make Mazda Mini
Model RX-Evolv One
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 1598 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm


 

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