1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 810 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Countryman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2550 mm |
