1951 Austin Princess vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1962 Mini Countryman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Princess | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
