1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 766 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini Countryman | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Countryman | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |