1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 660 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2645 mm |
