1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 40 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 640 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 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Countryman | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
