2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 1963 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1963 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
