1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 214 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.
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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Countryman | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
