1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1969 Volvo 1800 is newer by 6 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 470 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 1969 Volvo 1800 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 1969 Volvo 1800. 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Countryman | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
