2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1963 Mini MK I

To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini MK I would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 892 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1963 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1963 Mini MK I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Tribute 1963 Mini MK I
Make Mazda Mini
Model Tribute MK I
Year Released 2005 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 848 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 60 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1507 kg 615 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3060 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2040 mm


 

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