1962 Mini Countryman vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 485 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Carina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
