1965 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1965 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Aceca weights approximately 131 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Aceca | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
