2004 Mazda Laputa vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Mazda Laputa (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Laputa | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Laputa | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
