1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 9 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 699 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 1974 Holden Belmont 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 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1965 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Mini | Holden |
| Model | Countryman | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
