1961 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | A10 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2596 mm |
