1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Ami | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |