1963 Holden EJ vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, both 1963 Holden EJ and 1963 Mini Countryman were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 474 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Holden EJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Holden EJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | EJ | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
