1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1963 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1963 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | Countryman | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2390 mm |
