1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Valiant | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |
