2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 45 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 698 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.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Cee'd | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
