1965 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 839 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
