1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 715 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
