2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | BT-50 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2140 mm |
