1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 550 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Countryman | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
