1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1962 Mini Countryman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 620 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 1953 Austin A 70 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 1953 Austin A 70. 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 70 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
