1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1205 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2002 SsangYong Korando 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. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | Countryman | Korando |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2490 mm |
