1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 510 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Countryman | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
