2006 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
