1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 545 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman. 1990 Holden Apollo 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. 1990 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Mini | Holden |
| Model | Countryman | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
