2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | CX-7 | Countryman |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |