1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1024 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mini Countryman | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Countryman | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3250 mm |