1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 530 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
