1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Countryman | i20 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2525 mm |
