1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1967 Mini Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Prefect (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Prefect weights approximately 118 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1961 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Prefect | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2140 mm |
