1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 31 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 680 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Venture |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
