2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 489 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Xsara | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
