2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mini MK VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mini MK VI would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | BT-50 | MK VI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |
