2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 993 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Tribute | Countryman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |