2004 Acura RSX vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 562 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | RSX | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
