1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Countryman | 204 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2310 mm |
