1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 32 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1020 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 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 1999 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
