2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
