1966 Mini Countryman vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 340 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, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mini Countryman | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | Countryman | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2530 mm |
