1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 41 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 839 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | Primera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
