1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fairlane | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2140 mm |
