2008 Honda Element vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 44 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1290 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 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Element | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 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 | 218 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
