2001 Mini One vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 3 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.
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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | One | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
