1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Gloria | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Gloria | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2596 mm |
