2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 42 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Premacy | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 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 | 1235 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
