2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | B3000 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2140 mm |
