1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1246 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 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2008 SsangYong Musso 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. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | Countryman | Musso |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
