1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 37 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 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 834 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |
