2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Compass | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 173 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2140 mm |
