2000 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 465 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.
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 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
