1965 Mini Countryman vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 504 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Countryman | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |
