1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1967 Riley 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mini Countryman | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mini | Riley |
Model | Countryman | 4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |