2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
