2001 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 432 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
