1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 44 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 674 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Countryman | Leon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
