1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 47 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 720 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Countryman | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2615 mm |
