1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 407 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Cuneo | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2596 mm |
