1951 Holden FX vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1963 Mini Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Holden FX (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Holden FX 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 Holden FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | FX | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
