1951 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1951 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | P4 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
