2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mini MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mini MK VII would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mini MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII.
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, 1997 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Laputa | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 735 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 |
