2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1960 Mini MK I
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mini MK I would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Mini MK I.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1960 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Mountaineer | MK I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
