1956 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Rover P4 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Rover | Mini |
Model | P4 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |