1964 Mini Countryman vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 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, 1991 Renault Express (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Countryman | Express |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2570 mm |
