1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 925 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Camaro | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
