1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Talbot | Mini |
| Model | Lago America | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2596 mm |
