1962 Mini Countryman vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 393 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mini Countryman | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Countryman | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
