1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 795 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2624 mm |
