2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1976 Mini MK IV

To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mazda Tribute 1976 Mini MK IV
Make Mazda Mini
Model Tribute MK IV
Year Released 2006 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1275 cc
Horse Power 153 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 645 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3060 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2040 mm


 

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