1972 Mini MK III vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1972 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini MK III | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Mini | Chrysler |
| Model | MK III | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3078 mm |
