1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett 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 122 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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 1978 Opel Kadett. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Kadett | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
