1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 43 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 898 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mini Countryman | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Countryman | Touran |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |