2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 45 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 5 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 154 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
