1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1996 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Countryman | 205 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
