1963 Mini Countryman vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 474 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 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Countryman | X90 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2210 mm |
