1963 Mini Countryman vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mini Countryman | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Countryman | A4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2809 mm |
