1969 Honda S600 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S600 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
