1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1615 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mini Countryman | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Countryman | Patrol |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |