1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 638 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 47 L |
