2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 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 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 570 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 2007 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-8 | MK IV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |