2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK III 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 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1976 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 1976 Mini MK III | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 5 | MK III |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
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 | 153 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |