2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2500 | 1976 Mini MK III | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | B2500 | MK III |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4031 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2040 mm |