1970 Honda N III vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 846 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda N III (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mini Countryman weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Honda N III.
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, 1962 Mini Countryman (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1962 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | N III | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
