1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 33 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 684 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Countryman | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
