1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 34 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Step Wagon | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
