1964 Mini Countryman vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
