1962 Mini Countryman vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1415 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 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2980 mm |
