1967 Mini Countryman vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Countryman | 166 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |
