1955 Fiat V8 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat V8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | V8 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2596 mm |
