1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countryman | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
