1966 Mini Countryman vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 390 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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mini Countryman | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Countryman | One |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
