2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1995 Mini MK VI
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mini MK VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mini MK VI would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1995 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mini MK VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1995 Mini MK VI (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mini MK VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 1995 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Carol | MK VI |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |