1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 31 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 460 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini Countryman | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Mini | Rover |
Model | Countryman | 400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2630 mm |