1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 965 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 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Countryman | S40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
