1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | GTA | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
