1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 40 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 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 710 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Countryman | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
