1962 Mini Countryman vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 786 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mini Countryman | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | Countryman | Altea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |