1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 1036 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 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Countryman | Escape |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
