1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mini Countryman (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mini Countryman should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mini Countryman weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1967 Mini Countryman (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini Countryman | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Countryman | Minica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2060 mm |