1966 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 41 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Almera (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 846 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, 2007 Nissan Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mini Countryman | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | Almera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2540 mm |
