1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, both 1962 Austin A 60 and 1962 Mini Countryman were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 60 (39 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 458 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 1962 Austin A 60 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 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 60 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
