1966 Mini Countryman vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, both 1966 Mini Countryman and 1966 Saab 96 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Saab 96 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mini Countryman | 1966 Saab 96 | |
Make | Mini | Saab |
Model | Countryman | 96 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |