1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 973 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
