1964 Mini Countryman vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1647 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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mini Countryman | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countryman | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
